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8 hours ago in Community, Election, Lifestyle, Local

Tompkins County voting sticker contest returns for 2026 election

Local students were invited to create original “I Voted” and “Future Voter” artwork ahead of the November 2026 election.

8 hours ago in Community, Health & Wellness, Lifestyle, Local, Regional

Harmful algal blooms confirmed on Cayuga Lake

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According to the Cayuga County Health Department, two harmful algal blooms (HABs) were confirmed on the northeastern section of Cayuga Lake this week.

8 hours ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local

Route changes coming to Centro Cortland

Effective Monday, Cortland Route 1 will be extended past Riverside Plaza to Parkwood Drive, Colony Drive, and Morningside Drive.

8 hours ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local

NYSEG begins improvement work on Ithaca substation

High-voltage electrical substation with metal framework, transformers, and fencing under a clear blue sky

The utility company is upgrading the Fourth Street Substation in the city with a modern control building, new transformers, and switching equipment.

1 day ago in Community, Lifestyle, Local, Regional

Watkins Glen raising money to honor late mayor

The nonprofit group Watkins Glen Promotions is accepting donations toward the installation of a Memorial at Clute Park.

2 days ago in Lifestyle, Trending

When a rip current sucks you out to sea, try not to panic

To someone who is getting sucked out to sea by a rip current, "Don't panic!" may be difficult to heed, even if that's exactly what you should do. But lifeguards say to not only relax but flip over and float out of the danger.

2 days ago in Community, Environment, Lifestyle, Local

Geothermal, solar energy coming to DEC Cortland office

On June 17, the DEC announced the groundbreaking of a comprehensive HVAC overhaul at its Crown City sub-office.

2 days ago in Business, Community, Food & Music, Lifestyle, Local

Cortland restaurant Yori House abruptly closes

Front view of Yori House restaurant, a bright orange building with a teal door and menu posters in the windows, on a sunny day.

On June 23, Yori House announced its abrupt closure on Facebook, calling the decision difficult and made after much consideration.

Sports

4 hours ago in Sports, Trending

Serena Williams draws 20-year-old Maya Joint in first Wimbledon singles match in 4 years

Serena Williams will face an opponent less than half her age when she plays 20-year-old Maya Joint in the first round at Wimbledon for her first singles match in nearly four years.

5 hours ago in Education, Entertainment, Local, Sports

Cornell alum signs two-way deal with Lakers

Basketball player in a black uniform passing an orange ball on a court with spectators in the background.

Forward AK Okereke has signed a two-way contract with the Los Angeles Lakers.

1 day ago in Sports

South Africa reaches World Cup knockout round for 1st time with 1-0 win over South Korea

South Africa advanced to the knockout phase of the World Cup for the first time with a 1-0 victory over South Korea on Wednesday night.

1 day ago in Sports

Detroit Lions player Terrion Arnold arrested in connection to Florida kidnapping and robbery

Detroit Lions player Terrion Arnold has been arrested in connection to a kidnapping and robbery in Florida and faces felony charges, officials said Wednesday.

1 day ago in Entertainment, Regional, Sports

Sabres trade Alex Tuch to Capitals

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The Central New York native has been traded to the Capitals in exchange for a 2027 third-round draft pick and forward David Kampf.

2 days ago in Sports

As eyes are on the men at the World Cup, the Women’s World Cup countdown has begun

While most of the soccer world is focused on the men at the World Cup, the countdown has begun for the 2027 Women's World Cup in Brazil.

2 days ago in Community, Education, Entertainment, Sports

Cornell field hockey introduces incoming players

Girls' soccer team in red uniforms lined up on a field, with two neon yellow goalkeepers on the right side.

Cornell Head Coach Andy Smith said the newcomers have potential to make an "immediate impact" on the program.

3 days ago in Sports

US eases restriction on Iran’s World Cup team, allowing travel 2 days before next match

The U.S. is easing its restrictions on Iran's World Cup team, allowing the squad to travel into the country two days before its next match, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security said Tuesday.

National

1 day ago in National

Key inflation gauge jumps to 3-year high in latest sign of affordability challenges

The Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge rose to a new three-year high in May as gas prices peaked, a sign rising costs could pose political problems for President Donald Trump and his political party as midterm elections near.

3 days ago in National

Savannah Guthrie says family remains ‘in agony’ over missing mom, begs the public for tips

"Today" show host Savannah Guthrie made an emotional appeal to viewers Tuesday to come forward with any information about her missing mother, a day after news organizations said a ransom note received months ago had indicated that she was dead.

3 days ago in National

A shooter kills 2 at a Northern California library and an 18-year-old suspect is arrested

A shooting at a library in Northern California left two people dead and an 18-year-old suspect has been arrested, police said Tuesday. Police responded to a 911 call soon after 5 p.m. Monday.

4 days ago in National

A plan to sell artifacts from the Titanic faces US government opposition

A plan to auction more than 100 artifacts salvaged from the wreckage of the Titanic — including personal belongings, currency, kitchen items and decor — is facing pushback from the U.S. government, according to newly unsealed court documents.

4 days ago in National

Vance says talks with Iranian officials set ‘good foundation’ for a deal to end the war

Vice President JD Vance on Monday said his lengthy talks with senior Iranian officials in Switzerland created a "good foundation for a successful final deal" as they seek a permanent end to the war that the U.S. and Israel began in late February.

1 week ago in National

Springsteen, Bono and Stevie Wonder will help the Obamas open their presidential museum

Former President Barack Obama is getting a little help from his friends in celebrating the opening of his presidential museum in Chicago. The guestlist for Thursday's dedication ceremony includes Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Wonder, Christina Aguilera and Bono, along with former Presidents Joe Biden, George W. Bush and Bill Clinton.

1 week ago in National

A look at presidential libraries as the Obama Presidential Center opens to the public this week

Whenever historian Geoffrey Ward visits the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum to do research, he finds himself caught up in the spirit of FDR himself, the sense of landed contentment and cheerful disarray that helped define his public image.

1 week ago in National, Trending

Rain along the Gulf Coast could become the first named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season

A cluster of storms along the Gulf Coast could become the first named tropical storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, the National Hurricane Center said.

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3 hours ago in Community, Crime, Local, Regional

State Sen. Webb issues statement on recent threat and arrest

On June 23, State Police arrested 49-year-old James Crosby and charged him with making a terroristic threat following a Facebook comment targeting Webb in which he said, “I’d be proud to hang her from a tree” on a Juneteenth-related post.

4 hours ago in Community, Local

No injuries in Preble trailer fire

The Cortland County Sheriff's Office says a cause of Friday's fire at a Preble trailer park is unknown.

5 hours ago in Crime, Local, Regional

Authorities identify victims in fatal Endwell motel fire

Officials hold a press conference at a podium with microphones, flanked by the county seal and flags behind them, in a formal room.

During a press conference, The New York State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation Captain Lucas Anthony shared the identities of the victims of those killed in the blaze at the Knights Inn in Endwell.

5 hours ago in Education, Entertainment, Local, Sports

Cornell alum signs two-way deal with Lakers

Forward AK Okereke has signed a two-way contract with the Los Angeles Lakers.

7 hours ago in Community, Crime, Local

IPD charge PA man with firearm felony after gun discovery

Ithaca Police say the arrest was made on Wednesday, June 24 after a gun was recovered from a vehicle by officers.

Entertainment

3 hours ago in Entertainment

Happy birthday, 2000 Year Old Man. Mel Brooks is turning 100

The 2000 Year Old Man is turning 100. Mel Brooks on Sunday will celebrate his centennial birthday. The comedian and filmmaker has been awaiting the milestone. Earlier this year, Judd Apatow titled his retrospective documentary on him: "Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!"

5 hours ago in Education, Entertainment, Local, Sports

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